A European goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea, German: Gemeine Goldrute) plant stands among tall grass.

#solidagovirgaurea #goldrute #gemeinegoldurte #flower #meadow #goldenrod

European Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea, Gemeine Goldrute) is a perennial wildflower native to Europe and parts of Asia, thriving in meadows, forest edges, and nutrient-poor soils.
It’s an important late-summer nectar and pollen source for bees, hoverflies, butterflies, and other pollinators when few other plants are blooming. Its seeds also feed certain insects and small birds, and its dense growth provides microhabitats for invertebrates.
Traditionally, European Goldenrod has been used as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory, particularly in herbal remedies for urinary tract health, kidney and bladder stones, and to support wound healing. Its flowers and leaves contain flavonoids, saponins, and phenolic acids, contributing to its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

#solidagovirgaurea #goldrute #gemeinegoldrute #goldenrod #yellowflower #flower #green #meadow